Alright, let’s be real. You know that one friend who keeps making excuses for her walking red flag of a boyfriend? (If you don’t, um… it might be you.) Well, consider this your wake-up call. If you’ve been questioning whether you should stay with him or pack your bags and leave his name in 2024, here are seven undeniable signs you deserve WAY better.
1. He Texts Like a Cave Man
If his responses are “k” or “lol” while you’re sending full novels with character development, plot twists, and emotional depth, let’s face it, he’s not emotionally available. If he can spend hours gaming but can’t send a decent reply? NEXT.
2. He ‘Forgets’ Important Things (Like Your Existence)
Your birthday? A mystery to him. Your favorite food? Who cares? But somehow, he remembers the exact day his favorite rapper dropped a new album in 2017. Girl, you are not a post-it note in his chaotic brain.
3. He Thinks ‘Bare Minimum’ Is Effort
“Oh wow, he texted me good morning!” Does he deserve an award? No, bestie. Effort means remembering what you love, making you feel special, and treating you like a queen. Not just showing up when it’s convenient.
4. You Feel Like His Mom (But Without the Mother’s Day Gifts)
Are you constantly reminding him to clean up, text back, or act like a decent human being? Congratulations, you’re his unpaid personal assistant. But guess what? You’re not raising a boyfriend. You deserve a partner, not a project.
5. He’s About As Supportive As a Broken Bra Strap
A real one hypes you up. He should be your biggest cheerleader, not the dude rolling his eyes every time you talk about your dreams. If he makes you feel like your goals don’t matter, leave him in the clearance section where he belongs.
6. Your Gut Is Screaming “RUN!”
That little voice in your head (you know, the one that whispers during horror movies, “Don’t go in there!”) is probably onto something. If you keep having an icky feeling about him, TRUST IT. Your gut knows what’s up.
7. Your Friends & Family Are Subtly (Or Not-So-Subtly) Screaming for You to Break Up
If your BFF is side-eyeing your relationship, your mom is dropping hints, and even your dog seems unimpressed, guess what? They see what you don’t. Love can be blind, but your support system is giving you glasses. Put them on, sis.
Final Thoughts: The Glow-Up Starts NOW
If you relate to even one of these signs, it’s time to level up. You deserve someone who treats you like the absolute gem you are. So, do you stay and settle, or do you make 2025 the year of thriving, self-love, and finally blocking his number?
Drop a comment and let’s talk, what’s the biggest red flag you’ve ever ignored? (No judgment, we’ve all been there.)